France visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting France

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a French Visa.

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

France Visa for Egyptians

Facts about France

France is a country rich in art and culture. The art and culture on display is the top pick for tourists who visit this country. The world-famous Eiffel tower attracts millions of visitors year-in-year-out. The country’s wide range of wine and cuisines can be best enjoyed on the various Mediterranean beaches available.
 
France is the most popular tourist destination in the world as the country receives over 85.7 million foreign tourists yearly.


Tourists should try to avoid traveling during french school holidays as hotel rooms are usually overbooked and traffic is unbearable.

Tourists should try to avoid traveling during French school holidays as hotel rooms are usually overbooked and traffic is unbearable.

Types of France Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Medical visa 15 days 90 days
Student visa 15 days More than 90 days
Work visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for France Visa

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
France Tourist visa France Business visa France Medical visa France Student visa France Work visa

France Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreigners traveling to France for leisure and tourism for a short period of time.
  • Foreigners who have been invited to France by their friends and relatives living in the country are eligible to apply for this visa.
  • Those visiting the country to honor the invitation of a friend or relative are required to provide an invitation letter from the host. The letter should state the valid phone number and home address of the host.
  • Those visiting France on the Tourist Visa are not allowed to work or study during their time in the country.
  • If the applicant of this visa is employed, a letter from the applicant’s employer should be provided. The letter should introduce the applicant and state the duration of the applicant’s visit.
  • Foreigners in France are not prohibited from attending events and festivals of their choice.
  • Minors applying for this visa should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate during the visa application process.
  • The receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • A document showing that the applicant has the incentive of returning to Egypt should be provided.

France Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Business-oriented travelers visiting France with the intention of engaging in business activities are the applicants of this visa.
  • Business travelers can negotiate and sign contracts during business meetings with their partners in the country.
  • You are permitted to attend seminars, trade fairs, and conferences related to your professional activity while you are in the country.
  • An invitation from the French company you are in business with should be provided. The letter should state the nature of the business to be carried out and the duration of the trip.
  • If employed, applicants are required to present a letter from their employer stating allowance and awareness of the leave. The purpose of the visit and the duration of the trip should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • Regarding the applicant’s expenses while in France, either the employer or the partner company must state coverage of expenses on the business letter.
  • If there were previous trade relations between the host company and sponsoring company, proof of such events must be provided.
  • Applicants are required to leave the country as soon as their visa expires.

France Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreigners visiting France temporarily to seek and receive medical treatment that cannot be gotten in their country.
  • A medical report from the applicant’s doctor in Egypt stating the nature of ailment of the applicant and the reason the treatment is best gotten in France is required.
  • A letter of invitation from the medical institution in France willing o take care of the applicant is required. The letter should state the proposed length of treatment, medical costs, and appointment date.
  • The applicants should provide payment receipts of the medical fee.
  • A guarantee letter from the applicant assuring that he/she has the capacity to cope with the extra medical costs should be provided.
  • A certificate from the national medical authority for the incapacity of the country to offer the appropriate medical treatment for the applicant’s condition is required.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate should be provided. Also, a letter of consent signed by both parents of the minor is required.
  • Registration certificate of the patient in the national list of organs transplant issued by the medical and surgical team performing the transplant, if necessary, should be provided.
  • This visa does not allow you to work or enroll in any of the country’s academic institution.

France Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Student Visa is for foreigners who have been accepted into any of the academic institutions in France.
  • Applicants who have not been granted admission into an institution in the country will not be granted this visa.
  • A letter of acceptance from the institution the applicant has been accepted to, written on the institution’s letterhead should be provided.
  • Certificates and transcripts obtained from schools previously attended by the applicant are required.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate carrying both names of the parent should be provided. If you will be traveling without either of your parents, a letter of consent signed by both parents is required.
  • International students in France are permitted to work part-time when school is in session and full-time when the school is on break.
  • The Student Visa can be extended to cover the duration of the applicant’s study programme.
  • Proof of sustenance is required.

France Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Work Visa is a long-stay visa issued to foreigners who have been employed by an employer in France.
  • Before initiating the visa application process, the applicant should confirm the status of his/her employment status.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in France is required. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and state the nature of the job he/she has been offered.
  • The employer should provide proof that there was no citizen of France willing and available to take up the job the foreigner was offered.
  • The employer should provide proof that the employee will not be paid below the minimum wage during the period of employment.
  • Minors applying for this visa should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Foreigners who want to work in France are required to apply for a work permit.
  • You are required to leave the country as soon as your visa expires.
  • All documents must be translated into English language if they are not already in English.

France Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Medical visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

75.00 (EUR)

Work visa

75.00 (EUR)

France Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Egypt

Location

Address

Cairo

29, Avenue de Charles de Gaulle, Cairo, Egypt.

https://eg.ambafrance.org

question@ambfrance-eg.org

+2 (02) 3567 3201

Alexandria

2, Midan Ahmed Orabi, Alexandria, Egypt.

http://www.ambafrance-eg.org

consulat.alexandria@cfcc-eg.org

+2 (02) 3487 5615

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I go to get a Tourist Visa for France?
You can visit the embassy in Cairo or the consulate in Alexandria to get your visa for France.
Can I extend a Schengen visa in France?

Yes, you can extend your French Schengen visa but only in exceptional cases where new facts and special reasons arise after entry in France.

How many tourists visit the Eiffel Tower each year?

The Eiffel Tower is visited by about 7 million tourists each year.

Can I change my visa type or my residence status once I am in France?
From the moment you enter France, there is no possibility of making changes as regards visa type or residence status.
Can I apply for another French visa immediately after a previous French visa denial?
Yes, you can apply for another France visa immediately and at any time after a previous French visa denial.